Patient Information

International Patients

We are proud to serve many international patients and their families traveling from overseas for medical care or physician consultation. Our International Patient Care team is familiar with your needs and is here to guide you during all aspects of your care.

706 721-9303

kbodolosky@augusta.edu

Patient & Family Info
International Patients

Welcome to Medical Center at Augusta University in Augusta, GA where we offer the most comprehensive primary and specialty care in our region. Our medical professionals are leaders in their field and one hundred percent of our physicians are board-certified or board-eligible.

If you need a language interpreter, please call 706-399-2969.

International Patients

If you need a language interpreter, please call 706-399-2969.

International Patient Concierge

From the time you arrive until after your care here at Medical Center at Augusta University your International Patient Concierge is here to assist you with any needs you may have. Our International Patient Concierge specializes in:

Familiarizing our international patients with the hospital and areas of treatment
Assisting with accommodations and housing
Assisting with ground travel and air travel
Assisting with translation needs
Familiarizing our international patients with the Augusta area and United States culture
Assisting with prescriptions and pharmacy needs
Assisting with visa extensions

Our International Patient Concierge is here to check in with our international patients and their families daily to assess any additional needs. If you are an international patient considering treatment, undergoing treatment or requiring assistance please contact:

Kim Bodolosky
International Patient Concierge
Office +1 706 721 9303
Cell +1 706 840 2829
kbodolosky@augusta.edu

Before You Arrive

Call Medical Center at Augusta University International Patient Office at (706) 840-2829 at least one week prior to your scheduled appointment date.

Verify approvals for payment arrangements
Communicate travel itinerary (airline, flight #’s, arrival dates, etc.)
Specify any special needs for lodging in Augusta
Identify any special ground transportation needs
Communicate any other special needs
Verify date, time and location of appointment
Specify primary language and dialect
Verify that the information packet was received
Share a list of your current medications

Make reservations for lodging in Augusta. The International Patient Office can assist with this, but the patient or the patient’s family is responsible for lodging.

Make reservations for ground transportation in Augusta. The International Patient Office can assist you, but the patient or the patient’s family is responsible for ground transportation.

Day of Arrival at Medical Center at Augusta University

Please do not arrive at the Medical Center until the day of your scheduled appointment.
Park in the Medical Center Parking Deck off of 15th Street across from Econo Lodge(see map in information packet)
Enter through the West Entrance doors and check-in at the reception desk. You will be greeted by a member of the International Patient Office and escorted to your appointment.
Bring your passport, visa and any medical records you have in your possession.

Contact Information

Should you need to contact the Medical Center at Augusta University at any time please call the International Patient Office at (706) 721-9303 or email kbodolosky@augusta.edu. Normal business hours are Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.